The Puja Khedkar row, rise in terror attacks in Jammu, and SC on NEET UG
Jul 19, 2024
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Indian Express journalists discuss the allegations against IAS officer Dr Puja Khedkar and the rise in terror attacks in Jammu. Insights on the NEET UG cases are also provided, including the Supreme Court's statements and the arrests made by CBI.
IAS probationary officer Pooja Kedkar has faced intense scrutiny for alleged misconduct, including subverting the system with fakery and fraudulence. Reports emerged of her unreasonable demands at the Pune collectorate, appropriation of government rooms, and alleged misuse of her OBC certificate. Questions were raised about her physically handicapped quota allocation and the legitimacy of her non-creamy layer certificate, highlighting discrepancies in her qualifications and conduct.
Rise in Terror Attacks in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir have witnessed a surge in terror attacks, particularly in high-impact incidents resulting in casualties and substantial damage. The attacks extend beyond traditional conflict areas, affecting regions like Rajouri, Poonch, and Katua. Defense officials attribute this increase to lapse in proactive operations, shifts in force allocation due to border tensions, and the convergence of narco-terrorism, posing significant challenges for security forces.
NEET Paper Leak Controversy and CBI Intervention
Following allegations of a NEET paper leak, the Supreme Court directed the National Testing Agency to publish results while maintaining candidate anonymity. The CBI detained four MBBS students from Aims Patna linked to solving leaked papers for the alleged mastermind, Sanjeev Mukhya's gang. Recent arrests and investigations by the CBI, including seizing electronics from students and arresting suspects connected to the paper leak, have escalated concerns about the integrity of the medical entrance examination.
First, Indian Express' Parthasarthi Biswas discusses the allegations against IAS probationary officer Dr Puja Khedkar and the concerns they raise about the Indian civil services.
Next, Indian Express' Amrita Nayak Dutta explains the possible reasons behind the rise in terror attacks in Jammu and shares insights from defense officials (16:42).
Finally, we provide the latest updates on the NEET UG 2024 cases, including the Supreme Court's statements and the arrests made by the CBI (24:48).
Hosted, written, and produced by Shashank Bhargava Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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